In the 58th over of Australia’s second innings, Ollie Robinson bowled a well-directed bouncer to Smith. Anticipating the short delivery, Smith gave himself ample room outside off to execute a powerful shot. However, Robinson cleverly followed him with the bouncer, forcing Smith to play an awkward-looking forehand pull towards mid-wicket.
As Smith executed the shot, his balance faltered, resulting in a tumble to the ground. Despite the fall, Smith maintained his composure and was seen wearing a smile while lying on the ground. The spectators and commentators couldn’t help but chuckle at the unusual sight.
However, Smith’s eventful innings didn’t last much longer. A few overs later, he fell victim to England’s short-ball strategy when he was dismissed by Josh Tongue. In the 63rd over, Tongue delivered a well-directed bumper on the off stump. Smith, perhaps looking to place the ball in the gap rather than playing a forceful shot, found the fielder and was caught, departing with a score of 34 runs to his name.
While Smith’s dismissal marked the end of his innings, it was his amusing tumble during the tennis-like shot that captured the attention of fans and provided a light-hearted moment amidst the intense Ashes battle. Despite the stumble, Smith’s ability to find humor in the situation showcased his lighthearted approach to the game.
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